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The 2008 Byron Nelson Championship
This is going to be a difficult preview to write as the D.A. Weibring Group has completely redesigned the entire golf course. They changed the tees, greens, and bunkers on every hole. They have insured that they have respected the legacy of Byron Nelson. The tournament that bears his name will remain a great event for years to come. The Byron Nelson Championship began back in 1926 as the Dallas Open. It was won by MacDonald Smith. It was a one hit wonder event as it was not played again until 1944 as the Texas Victory Open. That event was won by the current event’s namesake, Byron Nelson. The tournament finally became a regular event from 1957-1967 as the Dallas Open Invitational. Although I am not sure how you have an Open Invitational. An Open means anyone can qualify, and an Invitational is well…by invitation. In 1968 the tournament was named after the Texas legend Byron Nelson, and it is great that we have his name still involved with today’s event. Up until his passing in 2006 Mr. Nelson would always watch his tournament from behind the 18th green. It was always so special to see every tour player complete his round and then go and shake Mr. Nelson’s hand. You just knew that was such an important moment for each of today’s tour players. 
Last year Texas resident Scott Verplank won with a score of -13, beating Luke Donald by a shot. Often you would give the defending champ a decent shot at winning, but since the course has changed so much it really is anyone’s tournament. It should be a pretty unique weekend as the players will be a lot like us when we are playing a course for the first time. They will have to make good use of their yardage books, and figure the course out as they go. It should be fun to watch. I hope you enjoy the 2008 EDS Byron Nelson Championship. Please remember to check back before the start of the third round for the lessons featuring the tournament leaders. Return to the Home Page from the Byron Nelson Championship
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